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Earth-Sheltered Winery Featuring Glass Blocks and Exposed Concrete Elements
Earth-Sheltered Winery Featuring Glass Blocks and Exposed Concrete Elements
Luna Montaulieu, Cléo Mays-moreau, Clarisse Prouvost, Tham lien huong Le
Utilizing glass blocks and an earth-sheltered design, the winery harmoniously blends with its Umbria landscape to provide an immersive space for wine production and tasting.
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Subterranean Community Experience Enhanced by Textured Concrete and Reflective Water Features
Subterranean Community Experience Enhanced by Textured Concrete and Reflective Water Features
Eliška Crhová, Veronika Petrúšková
A serene subterranean realm unfolds beneath Milan's Navigli Canal, where textured concrete and reflective water features create a captivating environment that fosters community engagement and interaction.
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Egg-Shaped Structure Enhanced by Natural Stone and Concrete in a Reflective Underground Space
Egg-Shaped Structure Enhanced by Natural Stone and Concrete in a Reflective Underground Space
Nikolay Maslov
An egg-shaped structure, seamlessly integrated with natural stone and concrete, invites contemplation within an underground space designed for remembrance and reflection, redefining the relationship between life and death.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vaulted Spaces in a Vineyard Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vaulted Spaces in a Vineyard Retreat
Pau Millet, Marta Miralpeix, Xisco Llabrés, Xavier Ramoneda
With charred wooden shingles and organic vaulted forms harmonizing with the surrounding vineyard, the design offers a seamless blend of sustainability and comfort in a dedicated retreat for relaxation and enjoyment of nature.
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Subterranean Pavilion Crafted With Sustainable Bamboo and Reclaimed Wood Tailored for Vineyard Experiences
Subterranean Pavilion Crafted With Sustainable Bamboo and Reclaimed Wood Tailored for Vineyard Experiences
Jaela Van tijn, Gyana Bindo
Harnessing the warmth of reclaimed wood and the elegance of bamboo, this underground pavilion seamlessly blends into its vineyard setting, inviting visitors to engage with the art of winemaking in an immersive and sustainable environment.
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Iridescent Metal Surfaces and Subterranean Galleries in a Community-Centric Art Museum
Iridescent Metal Surfaces and Subterranean Galleries in a Community-Centric Art Museum
Shashankh Chandrashekar, Abishek V c, Paromita Harsha
Iridescent metal surfaces reflect the enchanting beauty of the Northern Lights while subterranean galleries provide a unique context for artistic exploration in a community-focused art museum.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Structures Embracing Earth Integration for Celestial Observation
Cross-Laminated Timber Structures Embracing Earth Integration for Celestial Observation
Tania Gebauer, Eugenio Ortuzar, Eugenio Ortuzar, Beltran Lihn, Roberto Astete
Nestled beneath the landscape, a series of cross-laminated timber structures harmonize with the natural environment, providing an intimate setting for experiencing the mesmerizing dance of the Northern Lights.
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Prefabricated Concrete Modules Shaping Community Spaces with Natural Light Integration
Prefabricated Concrete Modules Shaping Community Spaces with Natural Light Integration
Fredy Fortich, David Rugeles, Felipe Guerrero
Combining prefabricated concrete modules and an adaptive design, the development creates inviting public spaces that enhance community interaction and cultural experiences.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Woven with Natural Fabrics for a Community Food Experience
Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Woven with Natural Fabrics for a Community Food Experience
Lindsey Authement
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and complemented by natural fabric elements, this community-driven food court seamlessly integrates with its forest surroundings to create a unique gathering space for visitors.
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Black Marble Tribute With Undulating Roof and Interactive Spaces In A Historical Context
Black Marble Tribute With Undulating Roof and Interactive Spaces In A Historical Context
Sorescu Iulia-ștefania, Ri SonGang
Dynamic undulating rooflines and a solemn black marble wall create a contemplative space that honors historical memory while inviting community interaction in Rouen’s vibrant cultural landscape.
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Translucent Screens and Rammed Earth Create an Engaging Subterranean Cinema Experience
Translucent Screens and Rammed Earth Create an Engaging Subterranean Cinema Experience
Zivar Aliyeva, Yasemin Parlar, Reinier Kok, Rihards Dzelme
Integrating rammed earth construction and translucent screens, the subterranean venue offers a unique communal space for immersive cinematic experiences amidst a harmonious blend of nature and architecture.
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Geothermal Community Center Crafted with Natural Stone and Transparent Facades Nestled in a Volcanic Landscape
Geothermal Community Center Crafted with Natural Stone and Transparent Facades Nestled in a Volcanic Landscape
Francesco Vitale, Nicola Vitale
Crafted from local volcanic stone and utilizing geothermal energy, this underground visitor center harmonizes with its dramatic landscape, offering an immersive experience into the natural history of the region.
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Reflective Surfaces and Black Marble Create Contemplative Space in Subterranean Remembrance
Reflective Surfaces and Black Marble Create Contemplative Space in Subterranean Remembrance
子涵 高, 英姿 金, 芸 白, 哲 董
Crafted from black marble and illuminated by reflective surfaces, the design creates an introspective subterranean sanctuary that invites personal reflection and communal remembrance.
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Charred Shingles and Transparent Facades in Subterranean Equine Museum Design
Charred Shingles and Transparent Facades in Subterranean Equine Museum Design
Stefani fariawati Hasan, Muhammad agus ali Ridho, Gregorio eben Heizer
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass elements, the underground museum transforms the landscape of equine heritage while providing a dynamic exhibition space that fosters engagement with the past.
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Rooftop Gardens and Recyclable Plastics in Flexible Urban Dwellings
Rooftop Gardens and Recyclable Plastics in Flexible Urban Dwellings
Milica Roycroft
Rooftop gardens atop modular units constructed from recyclable materials create a sustainable urban living experience that transforms underutilized spaces into thriving community dwellings.
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Light Wells and Concrete Facades Transforming Urban Living Below Ground
Light Wells and Concrete Facades Transforming Urban Living Below Ground
Aleksandr Umnyashov, Akmaral Khasen, Mariya Surzhko, Victor Timofeev
Emphasizing light wells and concrete facades, this underground residential design creatively repurposes urban roundabouts to enhance community interaction and sustainable living in Sydney.
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Natural Light-Infused Space With Curvilinear Forms and Polished Concrete Elements
Natural Light-Infused Space With Curvilinear Forms and Polished Concrete Elements
Hankang Jin, Dinullah Bayu Ibrahim
A central dome with an oculus floods polished concrete and rough wood interiors with natural light, creating a versatile cultural space that invites community interaction in the heart of Piazza Galeno.
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Sunken Auditorium Crafted with Local Stone and Aluminum Amidst Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Sunken Auditorium Crafted with Local Stone and Aluminum Amidst Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Videlia Veriska, Dara Indira Okta, Alva Maula Rahman
Carved from local stone and framed with aluminum, the sunken auditorium emerges gracefully from Iceland's volcanic terrain, creating an immersive cultural venue for cinematic experiences that deeply connects visitors to its breathtaking landscape.
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Turf-Covered Roof and Corrugated Steel Create An Immersive Cinema Experience Within The Icelandic Landscape
Turf-Covered Roof and Corrugated Steel Create An Immersive Cinema Experience Within The Icelandic Landscape
Joseph Tran
With a turf-covered roof that seamlessly integrates with the Icelandic landscape and a façade of corrugated steel, the design immerses visitors in a unique cinematic experience that fosters a connection to its natural surroundings.
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Sustainable Pavilion With Vegetated Roof and Polished Concrete Embracing Icelandic Cinema
Sustainable Pavilion With Vegetated Roof and Polished Concrete Embracing Icelandic Cinema
Ivana Milosevic
Embodying the essence of Icelandic cinema, this pavilion seamlessly integrates a vegetated roof and polished concrete into the landscape, providing an immersive venue for film exhibitions and community engagement.
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